Queen's is one of Canada's oldest and most well-respected degree granting institutions. It is world-renowned for promoting excellence in teaching and research, as well as for fostering a strong sense of campus community and tradition.
Would you like to join friends and colleagues on May 31st, 2018 at the National Club?
Please register here for our Annual MIR Alumni Evening
Time 5:00pm-7:30pm
Carolyn Buccongello
Class of 1993
Vice President, Human Resources
Microsoft
MIR Alumni, Carolyn Buccongello returned this November to deliver a talk as one of the Winkler Speaker Series.
Carolyn Buccongello is a leader whose job it is to create other leaders. As a human resources professional, she understands that people are the difference makers in any enterprise and that an exceptional corporate culture is critical to attracting and retaining the best and brightest talent. Read More...
Macey Nielssen
Class of 2013
Manager of Labour Relations,
BCMEA
MIR 2013 alumna Macey Nielissen recently returned to campus to speak with the class of 2015. Macey was originally hired by Canada Post Corporation and worked in the Vancouver office for about twelve months.
She has been at the British Columbia Maritime Employers Association as Manager of Labour Relations since July 2014. Macey has been generous to share her knowledge and skills with current students who hope to embark on careers in Human Resources and Labour Relations. Read More...
Are you looking for graduate level training that will propel you throughout your career? The MIR offers a variety of core courses in labour relations, employment law, and human resource management, and elective courses in areas such as human rights law, negotiations and conflict resolution. Together, these courses provide an advanced degree for career advancement in Industrial Relations and Human Resource Management.
Core degree courses are intended to provide students with foundational skills in Industrial Relations, Human Resources, and Labour Law. Courses include:
In addition to core degree courses, students are expected to take four elective courses, derived from a combination of classes, skills seminars (3 skills seminars = 1 elective), and/or individual directed study. Electives vary year to year. Recent offerings include:
We are always happy to speak with our prospective students.
Here is a list of our frequently asked questions but if you require any other information please do not hesitate to contact us
Core degree courses are intended to provide students with foundational skills in Industrial Relations, Human Resources, and Labour Law. Courses include:
Are you looking for graduate level training that will propel you throughout your career? The PMIR offers a variety of core courses in labour relations, employment law, and human resource management, and elective courses in areas such as human rights law, negotiations and conflict resolution. Together, these courses provide an advanced degree for career advancement in Industrial Relations and Human Resource Management.
Our PMIR program is structured for part-time studies that normally allow full-time employees to complete the degree in three years. Each year, classes are typically offered over one long weekend during September, November, January and February, and for two intensive study weeks in May and June.
The Queen's PMIR program is open to receiving applications from individuals who hold a four-year bachelor's degree with upper-class standing (B+) or equivalent from accredited institutions, and have at least three years of full-time work experience related to the field.
For detailed information on admission process and requirements please visit our Admissions Page.
In addition to core degree courses, students are expected to take four elective courses, derived from a combination of a) classes, b) skills seminars (3 skills seminars = 1 elective), and/or c) independent research. Electives vary year to year. Recent offerings include:
We are always happy to speak with our prospective students.
Here is a list of our frequently asked questions, but if you require any other information please do not hesitate to contact us.
The Queen's MIR Program offers students a world-class education in a collegial setting. Our program has a proven record of training industry leaders and has gained the recognition and respect of employers nationally and beyond. Students graduate with a practically-focused degree, ready to contribute their talents to work life in contemporary organizations. Our alumni truly embrace the spirit of our motto:
"Come Here. Go Anywhere."
Queen's is one of Canada's oldest and most well-respected degree granting institutions. It is world-renowned for promoting excellence in teaching and research, as well as for fostering a strong sense of campus community and tradition.
Kingston is a home-away-from-home not only for students from Queen’s, but also for those attending the Royal Military College and St. Lawrence College – more than 30,000 in all!
Described by students as both “quaint” and “eclectic,” Kingston is big enough to provide all the conveniences of modern life, and small enough for students, staff, and faculty to feel instantly comfortable and at home.
A majority of our students typically secure degree-related employment within six months of program completion. Queen's MIR grads can be founds working locally, nationally, and internationally in a variety of different IR/HR roles, with opportunities spanning a number of industries within the private and public sectors.
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